Dana is an experienced licensed mental health counselor (LMHC) with a wide range of clinical expertise. She is regularly asked to speak for the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society and many other community organizations. She has presented at national and regional conferences including the Association of Oncology Social Work, National Organization of Rare Disorders, and the Dispute Resolution Conference. She has been interviewed on the radio and TV of a variety of mental health issues and on healthy behavior change.

In addition to private practice, Dana’s professional experience includes inpatient and outpatient counseling, clinical research, and professional education in both the United States and in Australia where she lived for 7 years.

She graduated from University of Central Florida with a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology and then went on for a Master of Science degree in Mental Health Counseling at Western Washington University. To fulfill a desire to work with families dealing with divorce, she studied to become a Supreme Court Certified Family Mediator and a Qualified Parent Coordinator to assist parents learning how to co-parent in the aftermath of divorce.

When Dana is not working or involved with her childrens’ sports and music activities, she enjoys biking, jogging, swimming and scuba diving with her husband and sons.

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Tejal is a Registered Dietitian (RD) and a Licensed Dietitian (LD/N) in the state of Florida. She completed a Bachelor’s degree in Nutrition and Dietetics at Winthrop University in South Carolina and went on to complete a Master of Science (MS) in Nutrition and Dietetics at Georgia State University.

Tejal initially went into the field of clinical nutrition at an Orlando hospital and, though this was a rewarding experience, she quickly realized a more individual approach was the best way to truly achieve success in the area of health and wellness.

Her passion was realized more than 6 years ago when she started working with patients affected with cancer. A personalized approach with every person acheived greater results and, in turn, a better quality of living.

Numerous articles have been published in her name and she is an expert public speaker, not only in the area of cancer and nutrition, but also in healthy living for all. Working with numerous chefs, Tejal has created multiple nutrition classes that helped to combine the theory of eating well with the practice in your own kitchen.

Tejal is a wife and a mother of two young children. She loves to stay active and trains at a local Crossfit facility in Orlando. Her youngest son was born with swallowing difficulties and has a feeding tube which will soon be a distant memory as he continues to make huge improvements. A very real learning experience that provides immense empathy and knowledge to those in similar situations.

Dana is very friendly and the most understanding counselor I have met. She doesn’t scold you harshly about your flaws, is easy to talk to, and really LISTENS! I have been to some in the past, who didn’t really listen to me or understand how I feel. Since I have been seeing Dana, that has all changed. She doesn’t always have answers, but encourages me to think more critically about how I am feeling and helps me to understand myself Continue Reading

I attended a free cancer talk in Winter Park many years ago with a friend who had cancer. Dana was the speaker at the event. Last year, I found out I had cancer. I was scared to death and had so many questions. I remembered she was very compassionate at the cancer talk when I went with my friend and looked her up. I made an appointment with her right away. She has been so helpful and knows so much Continue Reading

Dana helped me work through my anxiety. She taught me ways to relax and change my self-talk. I wouldn’t have gotten through my cancer treatment without her help and guidance because my anxiety was paralyzing. Thank you, Dana!” C.B., Daytona Beach

Dana has helped me get my PTSD under control. She offers EMDR, and because of the progress I have made with her so far, I will be trying that once I am more ready. Dana is very patient and compassionate towards me and my concerns and fears. She has taught me grounding techniques which are helping with my PTSD and anxiety. Kelly M, Altamonte Springs.

“I have never been to a counselor before, but things in my life had become so horrible, I decided to give it a try. I was a little nervous about going, but finally got the nerve to call and do the short phone consult that Dana at Healthy Living Counseling offers. It was the best thing I ever did. Dana was super nice and understanding of my concerns. So, I scheduled an appointment and have been seeing her ever since. Continue Reading

I was tired of feeling like I have been stepped on by others all the time and just do what others want. While reading online, I found an article about assertiveness training. I read more about it and thought this might be for me. I looked up counselors in my area, and found Dana to be closest to my work. So, I gave it a try. Dana is excellent at what she does, and helped me learn to say No Continue Reading

I just got out of a really bad abusive relationship. Dana has helped me understand and cope with the emotional and physical abuse I had happen. I couldn’t have picked a better counselor. She has been very understanding and helpful in letting me know the many resources and options which are available to me, that I didn’t know existed. My Ex is still stalking and harassing me. Dana has made me feel better about myself and helped restore my energy Continue Reading

” We thought that we were headed for divorce, but wanted to try couples therapy first. With Dana’s help, we were able to start to connect again and very slowly put the pieces of our marriage back together. She gave us tools to communicate better and challenged us to open up to each other again.” A.S. and G.S., Longwood.

My boyfriend and I fight all the time, we can never agree on simple things. As a last resort before breaking up, we decided to do couples counseling. It was the best choice we could have made. We have learned to understand each other better and to communicate with one another in a better ways. Dana has been our guide. She saved our relationship.” Linda & John, Longwood.

EMDR is a very unique experience! Dana really helped me decrease my anxiety levels with this therapeutic tool. Dana is attentive, supportive, knowledgeable and highly skilled. She is friendly, sincere and very caring. I am grateful for her guidance. Highly recommended! VC, Windermere

Most people don’t think they need counseling. I was one of those people. It wasn’t until I had a very traumatic event that I was having trouble coping with that led me to Dana. A good friend had recommended her to me. Dana has helped me so much, that I can’t begin to even explain. She is definitely someone I would recommend! She is very compassionate and understanding about my experiences. She has helped me find myself again.” Rebecca, Altamonte Continue Reading

“Dana always has a professional, compassionate, and open mindset for all situations. She is a comfortable and safe person to speak with, and approaches each session with encouragement. In particular, her training and specialty in EMDR was a very helpful process. She truly takes the time to hear your heart, and knows the right ways to help you cope. Her expertise allows her to assess a good pace for your healing, and finding the most resourceful ways of tackling your Continue Reading